Empire Rose: Cozy Home in the Heart of Empire on Front St.

9.7

Outstanding(10 Reviews)

House in Empire, MI

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Balcony or Patio and more

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About this house rental

Enjoy living in the heart of Empire, a cozy town with a great public beach. Empire Rose is a clean, comfortable home owned by Bruce and Cindy Taggart. It has a modern kitchen and bath, living room, family room, fenced in yard with a fire pit, and two large bedrooms. The master bedroom has a TempurPedic California King-size bed, the large upstairs bedroom has two double beds. Wireless internet and cable TV are provided. Linens are provided.

Rates: Weekly rental ONLY: $1500, Sat-Sat. Off-season (after Labor Day): $1400/wk.

Load up the wagon and take the short walk to the beach for the day, enjoy nearby galleries and shops, and eat out across the street. Empire is in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, voted by Good Morning America as 'The Most Beautiful Place in the Country'! Drive the scenic drive. Hike the trails. bike on miles of beautiful roads, visit the many endless beaches. After dinner, stroll back to the beach for some of the most beautiful sunsets in the country.

Keywords: Downtown, sleeps six, modern kitchen, near beach, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Traverse City, Sand dunes, Lake Michigan, West Michigan, Leelanau Peninsula, Crystal Lake, Glen Lake

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Empire, MI

Nearby attractions

Sleeping Bear Dunes Overlook

3.3 mi

Dune Climb

5 mi

Mission Point Lighthouse

31.1 mi

Inspiration Point

21.8 mi

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Empire Rose: Cozy Home in the Heart of Empire on Front St.

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9.7

Outstanding(10 Reviews)

House in Empire, MI

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Balcony or Patio and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Empire, MI

Nearby attractions

Sleeping Bear Dunes Overlook

3.3 mi

Dune Climb

5 mi

Mission Point Lighthouse

31.1 mi

Inspiration Point

21.8 mi

Reviews

9.7

Outstanding(10 Reviews)

10.0

Sep 2024

Empire Rose was the perfect lodging because of the lay out of the home and patio deck. Everything for cooking was available in the kitchen; easy chairs in the living room with large picture windows and lighting for reading a good book; a quiet and charming outdoor patio that felt very private. Generally speaking ...the home afforded a creative and pleasant decor, yet humble, throughout. The area amenities are just right to experience some small town experiences ( dining, galleries, ice cream shop, and a chocolate shop). There is the most quaint walk to Lake Michigan Shore for day excursions to enjoy the lakeside. Day trips to local towns, including Glen Arbor, are possible which add adventure and interest. The most communicative and pleasant hosts! Thank you for your lakeshore home and the tranquility of this residence.

10.0

Aug 2024

Enjoyed our stay at Empire Rose. Very convenient location and easy to walk or ride anywhere! House was very clean, comfortable, and cozy. Would recommend highly!

10.0

Aug 2023

The property was so much better than the pictures. It is spacious, updated and decorated with beautiful pieces of vintage and current furniture. The Empire Rose is located close to everything, beach, shopping, bike and hiking trails. Other than the weather being finicky it was a wonderful stay.

10.0

Sep 2022

Very comfortable stay in delightful town on Empire. Within walking distance of everything including beach and restaurant. Very comfortable bed in main bedroom and well stocked kitchen. Especially appreciated the remodeled bathroom with walk-in shower and grab bars. Owners were very responsive to any questions we had.

10.0

Jul 2022

Everything from checking in to checking out was absolutely perfect. The cottage is even better in person than pictures can show online. Exceptionally clean and the owners have provided anything and everything you could possibly want in a rental. Looking forward to returning every year.

10.0

Aug 2021

Empire Rose

Empire Rose

This is a great location to stay in Empire! Cindy made our stay so easy and quick to respond to questions. We cannot wait to visit again!

10.0

Jul 2021

Perfect For Us

Perfect For Us

Not fancy, but quaint and nice. Location was perfect and the host was very helpful and accessible! We would definitely stay again!

10.0

Jul 2021

Family memories on Front Street

Family memories on Front Street

What a wonderful home on Front Street. Our family of 5 came to Empire together for a family wedding. We are so grateful we found Empire Rose. The home had everything we needed, a clean and generous amount of space, yard and more. Prime location to everything, very responsive and kind owners. The beach is a short walk, our kiddos loved riding their scooters to the beach. We really appreciated our time here and thank you for having us. Looking forward to next year. THANK YOU!

10.0

Aug 2012

Love the Empire Rose

Love the Empire Rose

My family stayed @ the ER the last few days of July and the first few days of August. We really liked it. Great location in a small beach town. The property was clean, neat and well kept. When I showed my girls pictures of the home they were not impressed but they liked it as soon as we walked through the door. The owners (very nice people) live next door so if you have any issues they'll be addressed. The location is perfect-maybe 5 minutes to the beach, 10 seconds for ice cream, 30 seconds to the grocer and 60 seconds to Joe's Friendly Tavern. Glen Arbor (north on M22) has more to offer as far as shopping and dining. We hope to be back to Empire in the next year or two and will definitely stay @ the Empire Rose when we do.

8.0

Jul 2012

Great M22 Experience

Great M22 Experience

The owners of this house have done a great job of keeping this property fresh and very user friendly. I would have rated Excellent if there was a better way to manage the heat. They had several fans but think that during the hot summer days and nights, these werent effective enough. This is my only comment for improving the rating. Different weeks and different weather, it may not have mattered. Appliances are all up to date. The kitchen is stocked with all the accessories to cook with. The master bedroom is spatious with a walk in closet. Having two living rooms is also a plus if someone wants to read while the others play in the other room. Make no mistake, you are right in middle of this little sleepy town. There were many mornings where I would sit in the front room and read while watching and waving at the passers by. The nights were quiet for us. The beach is one of the best I have seen. Get there early for a parking spot. There are actually two sets of beaches, one on Lake Michigan and the other on an immediate inland lake. There are restrooms and a small pavillion. BBQ grills are spread out. There are a few places in town to spend you money. The grocer has limited offerenigs and convenience pricing. The bar restaurant is also the only game in the downtown and is also priced accordingly. There is a Post Office, ice cream shop, water sports and several specialty shops ranging from Art to collectables. There are some shops outside of the downtown but we did not explore them. Everyone was friendly in town and at the beach. I didnt witness any drunken or lewd behavior. The beach was a 10 minute walk and offered the convenience of popping home for a nap. The view at this beach is unique and breathtaking, with dunes to the north and south. We traveled to neighboring towns and experienced the M22 feeling. This was a nice change from the drone of a big city. My only regret was not going down to the beach and having a bonfire in one of the many designated spots.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Empire?

The average price for a rental in Empire is $278 per night. This rental is $128 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Empire Rose: Cozy Home in the Heart of Empire on Front St.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Empire Rose: Cozy Home in the Heart of Empire on Front St. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Empire Rose: Cozy Home in the Heart of Empire on Front St.?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, balcony or patio, and dishwasher.

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Nearby attractions

Empire Rose: Cozy Home in the Heart of Empire on Front St.

House in Empire, MI

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Empire, MI

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Empire?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Empire Rose: Cozy Home in the Heart of Empire on Front St. pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Empire Rose: Cozy Home in the Heart of Empire on Front St.?

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